Description
Gracefully set on an expansive 10,300 sq ft lot in one of the North Shore’s most coveted communities, 748 Maclean Avenue is a stunning blend of architectural elegance and modern refinement. This stately French Normandy-inspired brick residence-originally built in 1937-exudes warmth, sophistication, and unmatched character throughout. Step inside to soaring, beamed ceilings, a dramatic stone fireplace, and oversized French doors that open to a sun-drenched enclosed porch-perfect for serene morning coffee or cozy evenings. The beautifully scaled formal dining room connects to a new, light-filled modern kitchen, a separate breakfast room, and an adjacent den that leads to a private patio and landscaped yard, ideal for entertaining.Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms and two full baths offer room to unwind and retreat, while the fully finished lower level adds incredible versatility with a rich wood-paneled rec room, second fireplace, and full bar-ideal for entertaining in style. Thoughtful updates including newer HVAC and mechanicals ensure modern comfort while preserving the home’s timeless appeal.Located in the heart of Kenilworth, just moments from the Metra, parks, Lake Michigan beaches, and the award-winning Sears School (Jk-8) and New Trier High School, this is luxury living with enduring elegance in a premier location.
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Details
Updated on September 14, 2025 at 7:50 pm- Property ID: MRD12401332
- Price: $1,595,000
- Property Size: 4335 Sq Ft
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Year Built: 1937
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Status: Pending
- Parking Total: 2
- Off Market Date: 2025-09-05
- Parcel Number: 05281050280000
- Water Source: Lake Michigan
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Buyer Agent MLS Id: MRD33438
- Days On Market: 83
- Purchase Contract Date: 2025-09-05
- Basement Bath(s): Yes
- Living Area: 0.23
- Fire Places Total: 2
- Cumulative Days On Market: 74
- Tax Annual Amount: 2131.11
- Roof: Shake
- Cooling: Central Air
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Asoc. Provides: None
- Appliances: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal
- Parking Features: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
- Room Type: Breakfast Room,Den,Foyer
- Community: Park,Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved
- Stories: 2 Stories
- Directions: Corner of Ridge and Maclean.
- Buyer Office MLS ID: MRD6538
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Elementary School: The Joseph Sears School
- Middle Or Junior School: The Joseph Sears School
- High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- Township: New Trier
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- ConstructionMaterials: Brick
- Asoc. Billed: Not Required
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address 748 Maclean
- City Kenilworth
- State/county IL
- Zip/Postal Code 60043
- Country Cook
Overview
- Single Family
- 4
- 2
- 4335
- 1937
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